As we ramp up the PA Life Club offering with the addition of FAM trips and Masterclasses, never has it been a better time to become a member. Linda Moss, senior executive assistant at CSGI, reveals why she has maintained her membership for over four years.
How long have you been a Club member?
I have been a member of the PA Life Club for over four years now.
Why have you remained a member for such a long time?
I have stayed a member for several reasons; I find the articles both interesting and useful and often save them for future use, especially venue suggestions or time-saving ideas. The competitions are varied and further introduce you to new venues and resources, plus if you win, not only do you get to spoil yourself, you gain additional experience and knowledge.
I recently attended my first Masterclass event on business travel. I manage my region’s relationship with our travel provider and found the Masterclass extremely useful. I came away with information that I could further research and items I could put into practise at my organisation.
I have attended many PA Life Club networking events over the years. These are a great way to make friends and meet with those from previous events. Networking is crucial and it’s nice to know others ‘feel your pain’ with difficult tasks and can offer support and advice. Plus, we have a good giggle, which is always healthy.
“The Club is a fun, friendly, informative, educational, professional, yet social networking club. I love my membership.”
What sets the PA Life Club apart from other clubs out there?
The membership gives you so much for your money, knowing that generally you will attend most of the events that you would like to. To me, the Club is informal, yet extremely professional and I don’t have to feel nervous about attending events. I always attend alone, but know I can go and chat with anyone and am always made to feel very welcome.
What draws you to the events?
The events showcase a good mixture of venues and locations – from drinks and meals, to driving on a racetrack and holding a bird of prey. I am based outside of London and it’s good to have such a location balance. I strive to learn more and the venues I visit create a great back-catalogue for any eventuality.
Have you made any friends through our networking events? Do you find they work when looking to make new contacts?
Definitely – I have swapped contacts with many people and it’s so nice to look them up at the events and catch up, (PA Life hosts included). I’ve enjoyed watching some further their career by finding new roles; their stories are food for thought.
Why do you feel it is important to offer assistants a club like this?
The benefits to me are knowing that I can meet up with like-minded people who understand the day-to-day stresses of our roles. I always seem to learn new information and tips and tricks; you can never stop learning.The Club is a fun, friendly, informative, educational, professional, yet social networking club. I love my membership.
Throughout August, September and October we will be celebrating the PA Life Club’s fifth birthday. To celebrate we are offering new members a discounted rate to join, priced at £45.60 (inc VAT). The usual price is £89 (inc VAT).
To make the most of this exclusive discount sign up here and enter the promo code ‘PALC18’ at the checkout.
